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France, Rouen, early 16th century
MS M.174 fol. 21v

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Eve: Creation -- Christ-Logos, nimbed, right hand raised in blessing, stands over nude Adam, reclining, asleep, resting head on left arm. Nude Eve emerges from his side with joined hands raised.
Scene in landscape by stream with trees bearing fruit.
Miniature enclosed by frame decorated with architectural ornament, including two male statues in niches, one wearing hat.



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